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If your child is a picky eater or tired of eating ham and cheese sandwiches for lunch each day, do not lose hope! It just might be time to change the school lunch routine. Make it fun and tasty, but keep it healthy, too. Try these tips and your child will be excited for lunch … Continue reading →

Sugar snap peas are a good source of vitamin C, packed with dietary fiber and high in Vitamin K. They contain phytonutrients that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and are naturally low in fat; saturated fat free; sodium free; cholesterol free. How to Select Choose firm, smooth and bright green peas that are blemish-free How … Continue reading →

Many of my followers know that I am a stickler for eating breakfast everyday. It’s true; it is the meal that is near and dear to my appetite. Here’s my attempt at persuading you all to get on the breakfast train. We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet, … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Before we load up on candy hearts and chocolate roses, it might be necessary to have a little refresher on how to snack smart. Portion control, mindful snacking and choosing the right kinds of treats can go a long way without making us feel like we’re completely indulging … Continue reading →

We’ve all been guilty of the on-again, off-again commitment to an exercise program… Though our body has a way of telling us when it needs a tune-up, fitness experts say it’s much easier to stick to when its part of your daily routine. Just a 30-minute program five times a week (or a 60-minute workout … Continue reading →

Halloween… it’s all fun and games until you’re knee deep in the candy bowl! Well, it doesn’t have to be that way. Make sure to plan prior to splurging at this year’s monster bash. Do not fret, a healthy diet all week long and an additional trip to the gym will leave you some wiggle … Continue reading →

We’ve all heard a thing or two about Omega-3 fatty acids, but do we know enough to understand how they benefit our health? Perhaps, you’ve asked yourself, “how in the world can fat be good for my heart?” Thanks to numerous diet fads, we’ve grown accustomed to writing off certain nutrients as either all good … Continue reading →